Switzerland has historically comprised autonomous cantons, the history of some dates back to 700 years. The Swiss confederation came up in 1291 and gained freedom from th
e Roman Empire in 1499. Since then, the confederation has gone through many of the European ‘Balance of Power’ wars; yet, over all these, and even during both the World Wars, the Swiss maintained a position of neutrality, which critics claimed was a fence-sitting posture, more because Switzerland was a safe haven for the rich & powerful, from all countries, to park their wealth. Since ages, its political neutrality and economic openness has helped it maintain friendly relations with all its neighbours, including Germany.
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Source:- IIPM-Business and Economy, Editor:- Prof. Arindam Chaudhuri - 2006
e Roman Empire in 1499. Since then, the confederation has gone through many of the European ‘Balance of Power’ wars; yet, over all these, and even during both the World Wars, the Swiss maintained a position of neutrality, which critics claimed was a fence-sitting posture, more because Switzerland was a safe haven for the rich & powerful, from all countries, to park their wealth. Since ages, its political neutrality and economic openness has helped it maintain friendly relations with all its neighbours, including Germany.For Complete IIPM - Article, Click on IIPM-Editorial Link
Source:- IIPM-Business and Economy, Editor:- Prof. Arindam Chaudhuri - 2006
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